HANDWARA: JKP on Monday claimed to have recovered two Improvised Explosive Device in Wodhpura area of Handwara. Police reported that on July 17, 2023, early in the morning, the Army and Handwara Police retrieved two IEDs from Wodhpura Ridge close to NH 701. In the early hours of this morning, Indian Army and Handwara Police launched a quick and well-coordinated Search and Destruction Operation (SADO) in Wodhpura Forest based on information from a trustworthy source. The official added that two sophisticated IEDs that weighed about 5 and 7 kg and were hidden in the jungle were found as a result of the operation. The team set up a protective perimeter around the place right away. He said that the highly skilled explosive detection unit of the Indian Army, which is outfitted with explosive detectors and an army dog, successfully identified the IED. In addition, the Bomb Disposal squad safely destroyed IEDs with a controlled explosion. Indian Army and Handwara Police officers resumed a thorough search operation in the general Wodhpura Forest region for any additional IEDs or militants hiding in cover. There was no reported loss of life or property. The unified team of security forces’ quick response prevented a serious incident from occurring in the area, according to the statement.
